Game, Set, Match! The Best Tennis Clubs & Courts In London

Caught a case of tennis fever? We’ve heard this particular infection is rife across the capital, especially down in SW19. Similarly afflicted? These top London tennis clubs and courts are the antidote…

Holland Park Lawn Tennis Club

Branded one of London’s finest private (tennis) clubs, Holland Park Lawn Tennis Club dates back to 1875 when the club was first established as a lawn tennis, cycling, croquet and pleasure ground. Situated on Addison Road in the leafy West London enclave of Holland Park, the historic clubhouse was originally part of a mansion built for the 3rd Lord Holland’s eldest son in 1827. Today, the club – which boasts eight courts (five artificial, three grass), a lounge, bar and terrace with court views – comprises approximately 850 members. A reputable club, American players Billie Jean King and Jimmy Connors trained on the courts ahead of Wimbledon.

• Where? 1 Addison Rd, London W14 8DU
• Price: £650 per year + £1,500 joining fee
• Waiting List? ‘At least five years’…
• Find Out More: hollandparkltc.co.uk

All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club, Wimbledon

Home to the world’s oldest tennis tournament, the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club is one of the most prestigious private tennis clubs with just 565 members as of 2026. This includes 375 full and life members, as well as a number of honourary members and around 100 temporary members (who need the support of four full members to join); every Singles champion at Wimbledon automatically becomes an honorary member and is awarded a small badge for entry. The Duchess of Cambridge is the club’s patron, and apparently there’s a thousand-full waiting list. Determined to make the cut? We suggest you start executing your serves.

• Where? Church Rd, London SW19 5AG
• Price: £150 per year for life members, kept symbolically low to reflect ‘the average cost of a meal for four at a London restaurant’; £100 per year for temporary members
• Waiting List? Get in line: at least 1,000 players are ahead of you
• Find Out More: wimbledon.com

Queen’s Club, Kensington

You’ll notice this one from the telly, too. Queen’s Tennis takes place a week ahead of Wimbledon, a tournament similarly best known for the club it is hosted by. Home to some of the world’s very best grass court facilities, membership here is similarly elite, held by champion tennis players or those who managed to wrangle the backing of three existing members (one proposer, two seconders). But it’s not just grass: Queen’s is home to shale, plexi and artificial grass courts, too. On site there is also a clubhouse, restaurant, cafe and museum.

• Where? Palliser Road, London W14 9EQ
• Price: £250 joining fee, then an annual fee agreed upon application; obscure.
• Waiting List? Applications have been closed since 2019, and the waiting list is said to be 15 years long.
• Find Out More: wimbledon.com

Islington Tennis Centre & Gym

You’ll find six indoor and two outdoor courts at this North London tennis centre, as well as a 60-station gym, fitness studio, sauna and steam room suite – perfect for a post-match reset. Whether you’re looking to enhance your skills, up your fitness, or enjoy an occasional game with friends, the club offers a number of tennis courses (from ‘tots tennis’ to ‘Adult Social Tennis Sessions’), as well as affordable court hire, with no membership required.

• Where? Market Rd, London N7 9PL
• Price: Outdoor courts can be hired from £14.85 per hour.
• Waiting List? None.
• Find Out More: better.org.uk

The Gardens Tennis Club, Southfields

Another club located within the London heart of tennis, The Gardens Tennis Club was founded in 1903 by a group of local residents. More than just a place to practice your backhand, the club places real emphasis on the social aspects of the sport, regularly hosting quizzes, dances and parties and asserting that entertainment is ‘as much a mark of this lively social club as the floodlighting and active coaching program.’

• Where? 343 Wimbledon Park Rd, London SW19 6NS
• Price: £385 per year.
• Waiting List? The club is at full capacity and has operated a waiting list since November 2025.
• Find Out More: gardenstennis-sw19.co.uk

Tower Hamlets Tennis, Victoria Park

This isn’t a tennis club, exactly, but with four hard courts open to everyone of any ability, Victoria Park’s tennis courts are the ideal place for budding East London players to start their tennis journey. You will also see coaching sessions on the website, which are available for all ages and abilities.

• Where? Victoria Park, London E9 5DY
• Price: Court hire costs £5 per court for off-peak times and £7 per court for peak times.
• Waiting List? None, just be quick enough to book your slot a week ahead.
• Find Out More: tennistowerhamlets.com

Brockwell Park Tennis Courts, Brixton

Duck pond, clock tower, running track: there’s plenty to enjoy at Brockwell Park. Plus, you can go for a rally. Games are booked on one of six courts, pay as you go, so this is a flexible option for beginners looking to try their (back) hand, up to experienced players looking for a convenient game.

• Where? Brockwell Park, Norwood Rd, London SE24 9BJ
• Price: Court hire costs £8 per hour.
• Waiting List? None, though bookings are only open seven days in advance.
• Find Out More: clubspark.lta.org.uk